Etherena

Etherena is a non-hormonal intrauterine device effective for up to 10 years: Highly effective, long-lasting reversible method suitable for women who prefer a non hormonal method of contraception

• Plastic frame shaped like a T, with a copper wire embedded in its vertical arm, horizontal arm has a copper sleeve
• Works as an emergency contraceptive if inserted up to 5 days after unprotected sex
• Over 99% effective at preventing pregnancy over the period of 10 years¹
• Mechanism of action: Prevents pregnancy by impeding the movement of the egg and reducing the ability of sperm to fertilize the egg
• It does not cause abortion and does not prevent sexually transmitted diseases
• Side effects: Bleeding may be heavier, longer and more painful especially in the first 3 to 6 months. These changes are not harmful
• Contraindications: Known or suspected pregnancy, current pelvic inflammatory disease or current gynecologic infections; Women with an allergy to copper should not use Etherena

1. World Health Organization Department of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Research (WHO/SRH) and Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health/ Center for,Communication Programs (CCP), Knowledge SUCCESS. Family Planning: A Global Handbook for Providers (2022 update). Baltimore and Geneva: CCP and WHO; 2022.